2007 Audi A3 2.0 FSI Sportback Ambition Tiptronic vs. 2007 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Ambition DSG
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 2.0 FSI Sportback Ambition Tiptronic and 2007 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Ambition DSG were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 2.0 FSI Sportback Ambition Tiptronic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 2.0 FSI Sportback Ambition Tiptronic (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Ambition DSG. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 2.0 FSI Sportback Ambition Tiptronic should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Ambition DSG. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Ambition DSG weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Audi A3 2.0 FSI Sportback Ambition Tiptronic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Ambition DSG (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3 2.0 FSI Sportback Ambition Tiptronic. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Ambition DSG will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3 2.0 FSI Sportback Ambition Tiptronic.
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2007 Audi A3 2.0 FSI Sportback Ambition Tiptronic | 2007 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Ambition DSG | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A3 | A3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |